Quercus mexicana, Mexican Red Oak. Shade Garden Height in the Garden: Up

Height in the Garden: Up to 20' in the garden

Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade

Erosion Control: Its extensive root system makes it effective in stabilizing slopes and preventing soil erosion

acidic soils rich in organic matter

Leaf size reduces well with proper techniques

Quercus mexicana, Mexican Red Oak. Shade Garden Height in the Garden: UpUSDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 7 Native Range: Eastern and central Mexico. Soil: Average soil conditions and neutral pH. Light: Full sun. Height in the Garden: 30' Attributes: Broadleaf evergreen oak with narrow, elongated foliage and a narrow ish, attractive structure. Features pachyderm like bark. Notes: This is a wonderful, broadleaf evergreen oak from the magical, primordial mysterious and beautiful Mexico. The entire breadth of Mexico is a botanical